They're Gonna Tell Your Story

You might say "What story?"

You might look at all the stories of other people's lives like:

 

and wonder "what is my story compared to theirs?"

Your story might not be told in a huge Blockbuster movie,

But they're gonna tell your story.

A friend will tell someone about that time she spilled juice all down her dress and you lent her yours. Your mom will tell anyone who will listen about the academic scholarship you earned. Your coworker will mention how restocking shelves was a bit more fun when you and her would sing Disney songs while you did it.

Your children will tell your story. They'll tell people about that Despicable Me water bottle that was always in your hand. They'll tell people about that red sweater you wore at least once a week because you loved it so much. They'll tell people how you said "What the French Toast?" And "So so on your toe all the way to Mexico." 

They will live your story as they look at others the way you taught them to, as they watch the movies your family watched and quoted all the time, as they smile at their spouse and feel grateful that their parents told them to find someone who makes them want to be a better person.

Your story will be told. It will become part of so many others' stories.

What chapters are you writing?

Could some revising be in order?

Do you need to share certain chapters with those who could receive strength from them?

This is your time.

Start a new chapter.

Make your mark.

Leave footprints for others to follow.

They're gonna tell your story.

Make it a good one.